Survive the Future!

If you are a true Floridian, the land of flowers is sure to have something for you.

Do you see yourself on a campus with lots of activities, big-time sports and Greek life?

YES NO

You're in good company. Consider one of the "big name" public and private schools.

I'm ready to go BIG! Wait...How will I pay?

Smaller is perfect. Let's do it! Check enrollment numbers

I'd like a smaller campus environment. Check out enrollment numbers in our Get Smart Guide

Start checking out what the 49 other states have to offer.

Got it... So, how will I pay?

Do you need to earn money immediately?

YES NO

Do you want to serve your country?

YES NO

Do you like the idea of the structure of ROTC in college?

YES NO

I'd like to learn more about college ROTC.

Talk with your guidance counselor and recruiter about colleges with ROTC programs. Seek out someone who has chosen this path.

Talk with a recruiter about options, including eligibility for having college paid for by the military after service.

Does getting a job after high school graduation suit your best needs?

Is traveling to an exotic place your dream?

YES NO

A gap year between high school and college could be the ticket — if you have the funds and support. Research your options.

Set off to see the world!

Nice Dream, but I've got to start bringing in cash.

Get your resume together and start looking for companies that offer benefits and a chance for promotion.

Have you always wanted to be a (fill in the blank) but don't have the work skills or training you need to get hired?

YES NO

Job certification programs or classes in (fill in the blank) may be just right for you. Or look for jobs with companies that offer training.

Certification/training
sounds like a plan!

Rethink the military;
the U.S. Army offers training in more than 150 careers.

Career training
through the military
seems a solid bet!

Talk with a recruiter about options, including eligibility for having college paid for by the military after service.

Have you been saving for college since you set up your first lemonade stand?

YES NO

Every little bit helps, but keep playing...

Are your parents rich?

YES NO

Are your parents rich?

YES NO

You better be nice to them.

I do solemnly swear.

Is money so scarce you have no clue how you'll pay for college?

YES NO

Even if money is not tight, make sure you have a clue how you're going to pay for college.

Read the Money section in NEXT

Check out pre-apprenticeships,
internships and job shadowing

Take a self-assessment quiz, visit workplaces, ask around!

Don't freak out! Apply for scholarships and financial aid. FAFSA should be your friend!

Find out more about FAFSA. Keep Going!

Does letting the military pay for your education sound like a really good deal?

YES NO

Consider thoughtfully whether enlisting could be right for you. It could be.

Are your grades good enough to qualify for scholarships?

YES NO

The Teen Trendsetters program
is a great serivce opportunity!

Good for you, but make sure you have other pluses on your resume, like community service.

Grades aren't the only factor considered for scholarships. Wow 'em with your extracurriculars or some other asset that makes you stand out.

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Fine tune your resume and interview skills Get private career or technical training Find 'on the job' success!

I'm ready to be all I can be.